Nursing Assistants pay in Topeka
In Topeka (KS), the median pay for nursing assistants is $18.62 an hour ($38,720 a year). About 2,270 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($42,260). It is 2% higher than the Kansas median ($38,010).
Pay range for nursing assistants in Topeka (KS)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.86 | $35,080 |
| 25% of workers | $18.29 | $38,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.62 | $38,720 |
| 75% of workers | $21.96 | $45,680 |
| 90% of workers | $22.32 | $46,430 |
Nursing Assistants pay in Kansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Topeka (this page) | $38,720 | 2,270 |
| Lawrence | $38,520 | 540 |
| Wichita | $37,290 | 5,220 |
| Manhattan | $36,080 | 840 |
Kansas unemployment rate: 3.8% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Topeka (KS)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,820 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $31,470 |
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